“Beware, shakedowns in Thailand’s property market” I Lawyers, Guns and Money

There are great opportunities in Thailand’s real estate and property markets. Plenty of people buy, live in and sell, sometimes for a profit.
Some live in their properties and some purchase them for investment.
But there are well-publicised problems and even scams that have blunted the image of Thailand’s property industry,
particularly the tourist magnets where beaches and a tropical lifestyle are a powerful lure.
They’re also a lure for the shonky developers and dodgy agents. So here’s some background and some sure-fire ways of avoiding these scams to make sure you get the maximum value and enjoyment out of your investment in Thailand’s property market.
Join the conversation and have your say on Thailand news published on The Thaiger.
Thaiger Talk is our new Thaiger Community where you can join the discussion on everything happening in Thailand right now.
Please note that articles are not posted to the forum instantly and can take up to 20 min before being visible. Click for more information and the Thaiger Talk Guidelines.